by Brian Douglas | Oct 26, 2022 | Estate Planning
When married couples are similar ages, estate planning is typically a joint process. The couples are like-minded when it comes to their property and beneficiaries. When a couple has a significant age difference, however, the estate planning process can be a little...
by Brian Douglas | Sep 28, 2022 | Estate Planning
Whether a loved one dies with or without a will in place, there still needs to be someone who is in charge of closing the estate and managing the deceased’s final affairs. When a person passes away, their assets are locked. To unlock all of the deceased’s assets, you...
by Brian Douglas | Sep 7, 2022 | Estate Planning
Whether it’s a dog, cat, bird, reptile, horse, or other four-legged friend, more than 70% of US households own at least one pet (Source: American Pet Products Association). While many of us consider our pets as part of the family, surprisingly, these animals are not...
by Brian Douglas | Aug 31, 2022 | Estate Planning
Recent changes to FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) means that grandparents can soon leave money for their grandchildren’s education without harming their chances for financial aid. FAFSA Simplification Act The FAFSA Simplification Act, which was signed...
by Brian Douglas | Aug 24, 2022 | Estate Planning
It’s August, which means that teenagers across Georgia are scrambling to pack up their belongings and purchase everything on their college checklist. Before your new college student heads to campus, there are some estate planning documents they should consider filling...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 26, 2022 | Estate Planning
If you are a parent of a special needs child, you should be aware of what laws are in place to protect you and your child. Special education laws are aimed to enhance the educational access of students with disabilities. The Individuals with Disabilities Improvement...
